These upgrade instructions are for college-owned computers only. All Swarthmore community members are encouraged to update their personal computers through the App Store.
Upgrading to macOS 10.15 Catalina
You can upgrade macOS on your College-owned computer using the Self Service app in your Applications folder. If you do not see the Self Service app on your College-owned computer, contact the Help Desk and request that your system be enrolled in our Apple software management system.
- Save any unsaved documents and close any open programs. If you are upgrading a MacBook, plug the laptop into AC power.
- Search for Self Service on your laptop and launch the program.
3. In Self Service, navigate to the "OS" section and click on "macOS Catalina Upgrade".
4. You will be walked through the download and install process. Note that the entire process will take about thirty minutes and will reboot the computer.